Aviation snips, also known as compound snips, are ideal for cutting aluminum and sheet metal. Their handles are color coded and it's not just for decoration. Here's how to choose the right snips ...

Aviation snips are color-coded to help users identify which direction they cut. By Timothy Dahl Published: Dec 07, 2015 1:38 PM EST. Jean-Luc De Zorzi // Getty Images.

Six 10-inch snips are available with corrosion-resistant metal to protect the tools from rust. An exclusive spring and lock mechanism allows the user to open and close the snips with one hand, while ...